Global VAT Advisory Manager

About this role

Business Unit Overview:

The Global Indirect Tax Group is responsible for managing the VAT, GST and other indirect tax affairs for BlackRock globally. This includes managing group indirect tax policy, strategy, risk, technology, compliance and accounting.

Purpose/Background:

Sitting within BlackRock's Global Indirect Tax Group, and reporting to the Vice President of Global Indirect Policy and Governance, this role will play a critical part in supporting indirect tax policy, governance and advisory matters for BlackRock’s global business. The role offers the opportunity to work with multiple stakeholders, both internal and external; support with tax audits and other tax authority requests; provide indirect tax guidance to the BlackRock businesses; and be involved in a variety of project work – both indirect tax specific and firm-wide.

We’re looking for a self-starting, highly skilled, qualified VAT professional, who is well organised, has very strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple work streams with varied deadlines.

Key Responsibilities:

• Supporting indirect tax projects across a range of policy, compliance and technology initiatives
• Supporting indirect tax aspects of organisational initiatives, including group and organisational restructurings, expansion into new locations, new products and service offerings, M&A, etc.
• Supporting with tax audits, and BlackRock’s responses to tax authority requests
• Preparing and maintaining VAT/GST guidance documents for use with the BlackRock business
• Providing indirect tax advice to the BlackRock businesses, including on client billing and contract queries
• Review of recovery rate and annual adjustment calculations and methodologies
• Enhancing knowledge of indirect tax across the BlackRock business and providing guidance to business groups
• Supporting digital VAT/GST reporting requirements, including in countries where new requirements are implemented

Experience/Competencies:

• Minimum of 3 years’ experience working in VAT
• Ability to clearly and confidently communicate in verbal and written form
• Ability to develop a network and collaborative working relationships across multiple teams internally, and with external tax advisors
• Highly organised, strong attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple work streams with varied deadlines
• Ability to manage and analyse large data sets
• Team player, with an ability to adjust to change and the desire to take on responsibility
• Strong problem solving and analytical skills

Skills/Qualifications:

• CTA preferred, however, strong candidates with an accounting qualification (CA/ACA or equivalent) or who are qualified by experience will also be considered
• Experience working in a VAT advisory role (UK and/or international) preferred, but not essential
• Experience working in Financial Services and/or a multinational organisation advantageous
• Competent in use of Microsoft Excel, including the use of advanced formulas and pivot tables

Our benefits

To help you stay energized, engaged and inspired, we offer a wide range of employee benefits including: retirement investment and tools designed to help you in building a sound financial future; access to education reimbursement; comprehensive resources to support your physical health and emotional well-being; family support programs; and Flexible Time Off (FTO) so you can relax, recharge and be there for the people you care about.

Our hybrid work model

BlackRock’s hybrid work model is designed to enable a culture of collaboration and apprenticeship that enriches the experience of our employees, while supporting flexibility for all. Employees are currently required to work at least 4 days in the office per week, with the flexibility to work from home 1 day a week. Some business groups may require more time in the office due to their roles and responsibilities. We remain focused on increasing the impactful moments that arise when we work together in person – aligned with our commitment to performance and innovation. As a new joiner, you can count on this hybrid model to accelerate your learning and onboarding experience here at BlackRock.

About BlackRock

At BlackRock, we are all connected by one mission: to help more and more people experience financial well-being.  Our clients, and the people they serve, are saving for retirement, paying for their children’s educations, buying homes and starting businesses. Their investments also help to strengthen the global economy: support businesses small and large; finance infrastructure projects that connect and power cities; and facilitate innovations that drive progress.

This mission would not be possible without our smartest investment – the one we make in our employees. It’s why we’re dedicated to creating an environment where our colleagues feel welcomed, valued and supported with networks, benefits and development opportunities to help them thrive.

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BlackRock is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.  We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to age, disability, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation and other protected characteristics at law.